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    Question

    Diamond does not conduct electricity because of which of

    the following reason?┬а
    A Because of its crystalline nature Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Because of its compact structure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Because only carbon atoms are present in it Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Due to absence of free electrons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A Diamond does not conduct electricity as it forms four covalent bonds with other carbon atoms, meaning that all of its outer shell electrons are bonding. Thus,a diamond can't conduct electricity because it has no free electrons.

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